Shell Beach

Shell Beach is a neighborhood in the city of Pismo Beach in San Luis Obispo County. There are nine separate beaches tucked below the cliffs of Shell Beach. They are in scenic coves below steep bluffs. Some have clean grass parks on the bluff tops and most have tide pools that are exposed at low tides. Unfortunately, many of the Shell Beach beaches are quite small at high tide. During those times, head over to the Pismo Beach Pier to take advantage of the larger size of Pismo City Beach. Kayaking is a perfect way to see the unique caves and rock arches on the points that separate the beaches of Shell Beach. While there are several excellent hotels and resorts in Shell Beach, this is mostly a residential neighborhood. Vacation rentals can be found if you plan to stay for a while. There is a wide selection of restaurants to choose from and even a small corner grocery in Shell Beach.